Essays about the path beneath.
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Beyond the morning miles in the parks, running through London connects you directly to a storied, global culture. Along with world-class cities like New York, Berlin, Tokyo, and Boston, London stands as an epicenter of running—anchored by the iconic London Marathon. That deep-seated running heritage is palpable
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Before the holiday heat settled over the island, I set out for a morning run heading south toward Kanahena. The route shifts between two distinct worlds: the manicured palm groves of Wailea resort paths giving way to the raw, jagged black lava fields of South Maui. The Route * Distance: ~10.
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If you are looking for a route that captures dramatic beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, this 14.6-mile loop is it. Covering Carmel-by-the-Sea, Pebble Beach, 17-Mile Drive, and Outlook Drive, this route delivers coastal variety. You get the rugged edge of the Pacific, the quiet
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Two weeks ago we took a much anticipated trip to New York City. Jill arranged a masterful combination of flights, hotel, and sufficient time to see the city. This trip further unpacked our shared passion for travel to new places. #grateful #loveyou New York City thrives on an exquisite, rhythmic
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A few weekends back, Jill and I took to the trails in Garland Regional Park in Carmel Valley. It was her first time standing atop Snively’s Ridge —a steady, uncompromising 3.5-mile climb that forces you to earn every single one of its 1,700 vertical feet. The
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Looking for an outstanding 3 to 4-hour trail run that captures the true, raw essence of Big Sur? Look no further than the Tan Bark Trail. When you’re visiting the Central Coast, it’s easy to get caught up in the standard tourist loops. But for those who
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I have raced many ultra distance trail runs over the years. Until last weekend, I’ve never had the privilege to step inside another runner’s effort. Bryan, who back in 2017, paced me through a 50-miler in Park City, Utah had invited me to pace him during his
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They call it "Running on the Ragged Edge of the Western World," but for me, the 2026 Big Sur International Marathon was about something much deeper than the jagged cliffs and crashing Pacific surf. This was my 12th marathon, falling exactly 20 years after my very first marathon